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Contains
Beta
carotene. Potassium.
Benefits
Although containing a good range of vitamins
and minerals,
it is not considered a food overflowing
with nutrients.
It is believed to also contain phytochemicals
that may help block the formation of tumours.
Other benefits
Used in cooking – provides interesting
flavours, colour & texture to pasta
dishes, soups and stews. However, aubergines
when fried tend to absorb large quantities
of oil. An alternative would be to brush
aubergine slices with small quantities of
oil and bake them in a hot oven until brown.
Caution
There is evidence that aubergine may increase
the discomfort caused by arthritis.
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